Zuccotto (Cream and Sponge Dessert

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Zuccotto
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

6 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups double cream , stiffly beaten
1/4 cup confectioners ' sugar
2 tablespoons confectioners ' sugar , for dusting
1/2 cup hazelnuts , toasted
2 cups fresh cherries , halved and stoned
4 ounces semisweet dark chocolate squares , chopped or grated
1/4 cup brandy
1/4 cup orange-flavored liqueur
2 chocolate sponge cake , halved horizontally
2 tablespoons cocoa powder , for dusting

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
556
Sugar
34g
Fat
43g
Zuccotto is an Italian dessert that originated in Florence. This cake is made by layering chocolate sponge cake with a cream mixture of whipped cream, sugar, hazelnuts, cherries, and alcohol. The dessert is then chilled and served cold. Zuccotto is perfect for special occasions and celebrations, and it is often served with coffee or a sweet dessert wine in Italy. It offers a creamy and rich flavor with a slight crunch of hazelnuts and a burst of tanginess from cherries.

Instructions

1.Take a large mixing bowl and combine the double cream and the confectioners' sugar together.
2.Add the brandy and orange-flavored liqueur to the bowl and mix well.
3.Keep half of the toasted hazelnuts aside, and put the remaining in a Ziploc bag. Crush them using a rolling pin until finely chopped.
4.Add the chopped cherries and the finely chopped hazelnuts to the cream mixture and fold gently until well combined.
5.Use a cake pan or a bowl to line with cling film. Keep one layer of the sliced chocolate sponge cake in the bottom, and then layer the remaining all around the sides.
6.Pour the cherry mixture into the mold and make sure to fill every small gap and corner. Tap the mold gently to release the air bubbles.
7.Cover the cream with a final layer of sponge cake and press gently. Cover and chill the mold for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
8.Remove the cling film and place the Zuccotto on a plate or serving dish. Decorate the Zuccotto by dusting cocoa powder and confectioners' sugar on top and sides of the cake. Sprinkle remaining chopped hazelnut over it. Serve cold.

PROS

Zuccotto is a perfect dessert for gatherings and celebrations.

The rich and creamy texture of this sponge cake with cherries and hazelnuts is an absolute delight for every dessert lover.

CONS

Zuccotto is a high-calorie dessert, and therefore it should be consumed in moderation.

It also contains alcohol, which makes it unsuitable for children and people who avoid alcohol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is high in fat and calories, but the hazelnuts and cherries in it provide some nutritional benefits.
Hazelnuts are rich in vitamins E and B, and they help to keep the nervous system healthy.
Cherries are a good source of antioxidants, which help to protect the body from harmful free radicals.

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